Guide to Reflux & Silent Reflux
‘Reflux’ is the general word used to describe what happens when the stomach contents move, without any effort, into the oesophagus…
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Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome
Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome (CVS) Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome (CVS) has been recognised for over 100 years, but we still know relatively little…
Root Veg & Reflux
Root vegetables are typically plants we prepare and eat the root part of, rather than the leaves or flowers (although some…
Infant Reflux Neck Rash
One secondary problem derived from infant reflux is neck rash. Each time a baby brings up feeds, the milky liquid can…
Dysphagia (swallowing problems)
Swallowing Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing difficulties. Some people with dysphagia have problems swallowing certain foods or liquids, while others…
Courgette, Pumpkin and Reflux
What’s in an Courgette and a Pumpkin? The cucurbit family is made up of a group of edible fruits – squashes, pumpkins…
Sleep Clues – Dream or Deep Sleep?
Sleep is divided into two different states which alternate through the night: Dream Sleep sometimes referred to as REM (rapid eye…
Pyloric Stenosis (HPS)
Definition Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis or HPS, is a condition in which there is a thickening of the muscle in the wall…
Asparagus & Reflux
What’s in Asparagus? Asparagus is an excellent source of vitamin K, folate, copper, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin C, and vitamin E. It…
Waking for night feedings.
Many paediatricians recommend that parents shouldn’t let a newborn sleep longer than three or four hours without feeding, and the vast…